1954 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | 40 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2624 mm |
